Gold serum separator (SST) tube

Immediately following collection, thoroughly mix sample by gently inverting 5 times

1. Allow sample to clot for a minimum of 30 minutes
2. Spin within two (2) hours of sample collection

Gold serum separator (SST) tube

Lt green plasma separator (PST)

Immediately following collection, mix sample thoroughly by gently inverting 8 - 10 times to prevent clotting

Lt green:

1. Spin within two (2) hours of sample collection

Lt green plasma separator (PST)

Refrigerated - 7 days

• Improper labels (unlabeled or mislabeled)
• Hemolysis (some procedures)
• Improper anticoagulant or ratio
• Delay in transport
• Improper storage temperature affecting results
• Improper container
• Leaking container resulting in compromised specimen
• Quantity not sufficient (QNS)

Particle enhanced immunoturbidimetric

<1.00 mg/L : Low risk

1.0 - 3.0 mg/L : Average risk

>3.00  mg/L : High risk

Age:

<3 weeks: 0.1 - 4.1 mg/L

3w - 15 yrs: 0.1 - 2.8 mg/L